Seoul: Two South Korean baseball clubs, the Kia Tigers and the Doosan Bears, each made the decision to release their respective Asian quota players on Tuesday. This move comes amid performance concerns and the clubs' intent to strengthen their rosters for the ongoing season.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the Kia Tigers first waived their Australian shortstop, Jarryd Dale. Dale, signed as the Tigers' Asian quota player for the season, played 34 games, batting .256 with a home run and six RBIs. However, his performance on the field was marred by nine errors, the highest in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO). Despite being sent to the minors on May 11, where he batted .364 in six games, the Tigers could not find a place for him on their main roster. Although Dale began his KBO career with a strong performance, hitting safely in each of his first 15 games, his defensive capabilities at various positions did not meet the team's expectations.

The introduction of the Asian quota system by the KBO this season allows clubs to recruit players from Australia, Japan, or Taiwan who have prior experience in those leagues. Dale was the only position player in this category for the Tigers, who are now reportedly looking to fill his spot with a pitcher.

Later the same day, the Doosan Bears released Japanese right-hander Ichiro Tamura. Tamura, who made 17 relief appearances, recorded a 1-1 win-loss record with a 7.31 ERA over 16 innings. He conceded 28 hits, including nine extra-base hits, with opponents batting .384 against him. The Bears are reportedly in the final stages of signing another Japanese pitcher to replace Tamura, hoping to bolster their bullpen.